Business Litigation Associate Attorney (3-6 yrs) - Am Law 200 Firm

Job Description

About the Position:

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Our client, a dynamic national law firm, has a need for a business litigation/corporate governance attorney to join its Chicago office as an associate. The firm handles high-stakes commercial disputes for a wide range of clients, litigating through trial and appeal.

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Highlights:

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· Ranked as a top law firm in the Midwest by Vault Law

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· Firm was named on Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms” list

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· Collegial environment with opportunities for advancement

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Responsibilities:

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· Guide sophisticated business disputes from start to finish in litigation and arbitration, handling case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial or hearing preparation

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· Prepare pleadings, briefs, dispositive motions, and other key court filings

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· Review governance documents, deal agreements, and financial records to pinpoint critical factual, legal, and damages issues in post-transaction disputes involving earn-outs, indemnification, purchase price adjustments, and reps and warranties

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· Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and partner with clients, financial professionals, and experts to shape practical litigation strategies

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Required Qualifications:

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· 3-6 years of business litigation experience

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· Background in corporate governance, fiduciary duty, ownership, or post-M&A disputes; familiarity with Delaware corporate law or Delaware courts preferred

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· Experience analyzing financial statements and working with business valuations and damages models

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· Strong academic credentials and research, writing, and advocacy skills

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Location:

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Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

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Compensation:

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The anticipated base salary range for this position is $187,000 - $360,000.

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About Us:

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McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is a leading legal recruiting firm serving clients and candidates in Chicago, California and across the country. For more than 30 years, we have helped law firms and companies find exceptional legal talent and attorneys navigate important career moves through deep market knowledge, longstanding relationships and a highly personalized approach.